Edward A. Wallace is a managing partner at Wallace Miller, specializing in mass tort litigation, antitrust litigation, and other intricate multiparty cases. His extensive litigation and trial experience distinguishes him as one of the few lawyers in the U.S. who has successfully tried both a class action case and a federal mass tort bellwether case—the latter being the first of its kind in the nation to reach a verdict. Edward has held key roles in numerous large-scale complex cases, serving as court-appointed lead counsel, co-lead counsel, and executive committee member.

Throughout his career, Edward has earned numerous accolades, including recognition as a Leading Lawyer in Illinois (on its advisory board), a Local Litigation Star by Benchmark Plaintiff, and a Legal Lion by Law360 for his work on the Kaiser v. Ethicon case. He was also named Litigator of the Week by American Lawyer for his role in the Essure litigation and has been listed as a Super Lawyer in Illinois from 2014 to 2024, following his earlier recognition as a Rising Star. In 2023, Super Lawyers named him one of the Top 100 Super Lawyers in Illinois. Edward also holds the prestigious AV Preeminent peer review designation from Martindale-Hubbell.

With over 25 years of experience, Edward is renowned for his expertise in complex, multiparty, class action, and mass tort litigation. His reputation for integrity, efficiency, and strategic insight is well-established, and he frequently serves as an expert and trial resource for fellow lawyers tackling complex cases.

Areas Of Practice

Professional Associations

Illinois Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA)
American Association for Justice (AAJ)
Co-Chair, AAJ Kugel Mesh Litigation Group (2007-2012)
Public Justice
American Bar Association (ABA)
Illinois State Bar Association

Education

J.D., DePaul University College of Law, 1995
B.A., Eastern Illinois University, 1991
Completed extensive coursework in advanced legal research and trial advocacy

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Edward A. Wallace

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